Argoal
Argoal is a village located in Potashpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Pratapdighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Argoal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Argoal village is also a gram panchayat.
Argoal has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Argoal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Argoal is 345146. The village spans a total geographical area of 234.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721456. Egra is nearest town to Argoal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Argoal
Below is a concise population overview of Argoal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,377 | 1,218 | 1,159 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 124 | 124 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,970 | 1,067 | 903 |
Illiterate Population | 407 | 151 | 256 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Argoal village:
- The total population of Argoal village is around 2,377, including approximately 1,218 males and 1,159 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Argoal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Argoal village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Argoal village is about 82.88%, with male literacy at 87.60% and female literacy at 77.91%.
- There are around 562 households in Argoal village.
Connectivity of Argoal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Argoal. As per the 2011 stats, Argoal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Argoal
Knowing the nearby villages of Argoal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Argoal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Argoal
- Where is Argoal located?
- Argoal village is situated in Potashpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Argoal?
- Argoal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Argoal?
- The pincode of Argoal is 721456, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Argoal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Argoal is 2,377, with 1,218 males and 1,159 females.
- How many households are there in Argoal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Argoal village has a total of 562 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Argoal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Argoal is 82.88%. The male literacy rate is 87.60%, while the female literacy rate is 77.91%.